[Remote] Director, Mission Operations

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Aurelius Systems is a VC backed defense tech startup building autonomous, edge deployed directed energy systems for counter-UAS. The role requires an operationally credible military training and field support leader to build training plans, lead field training, and act as a bridge between end users and internal teams to translate operator feedback into actionable insights for engineering and product development.ResponsibilitiesBuild and own training plans, plans of instruction, and user enablement for military operatorsLead field training and support during demonstrations, pilots, and deployed useEnsure operators can use the system confidently and correctly in real-world conditionsAct as the primary bridge between end users and internal teams, translating operator experience into engineering and product feedbackReduce cognitive load and improve usability by informing setup, displacement, interface, and training designSupport growth and business development by bringing operational credibility, user insight, and relevant field relationships into customer engagementsParticipate in test events, lab reviews, and field exercises to represent the operator perspective throughout product iterationSkillsSpecial operations or equivalent operational background, with train-the-trainer experience strongly preferredExperience preparing military or foreign users to operate systems independently in high-stakes environmentsDemonstrated ability to build trust quickly with operators and translate field realities into practical internal actionComfort operating across training, deployment support, customer interface, and internal technical collaborationTrack record working alongside engineers and product teams on novel technologyCounter-UAS or directed energy familiarityExperience inside a defense startup or non-traditional vendorActive TS/SCI clearanceExperience authoring system requirements, TTPs, capability documents, or after-action frameworksBenefitsCompetitive salary + equityUnited Health Care medical, dental, and vision coverageFlexible 18 days PTO + 5 sick daysTravel to field test events and range daysCovered daily lunches and office snacks + drinksE-bike / scooter stipend ( Up to $500)Direct access to leadership and real ownership over your workCompany OverviewAurelius Systems is a defense and space manufacturing firm developing autonomous laser systems for counter drone defense. It was founded in 2024, and is headquartered in San Francisco, California, USA, with a workforce of 11-50 employees. Its website is https://aureliussystems.com.